In this new VladTV exclusive, comedian and actress Ms. Pat detailed her journey to becoming the star of her own Emmy-nominated show. She described growing up in an illegal liquor with an abusive mother, who was also an alcoholic. She also described being assaulted by a man her mother was seeing during her youth and later becoming pregnant by an older man when she was just a young teen. Living in poverty and struggling to maintain employment as a teen mother, Ms. Pat resorted to selling drugs to ...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 29 min
In a new VladTV exclusive, Baton Rouge's own Young Bleed delves into his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a revered figure in the hip-hop world. Growing up in the Southside bottoms of Baton Rouge, Young Bleed experienced the gritty realities of the crack epidemic sweeping through neighborhoods in the '80s and '90s. His mother had him at 17, risking her life to ensure his birth. Young Bleed talked about becoming a rapper at a young age, during Hip-Hop's infancy, and how he helped start ...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Foolio, who tragically lost his life this morning, came through for his first-ever VladTV interview in 2021. He he spoke about being one of the most controversial artists out of Florida right now, and he also details how he grinded his way up to be one of the most talked about artists today. Foolio spoke about growing up in Jacksonville, losing his father and his best friend as a teen, and being shot himself at 15. Foolio went on to detail his start into rap, which he said he didn’t take serious...
Jun 23, 2024•1 hr 7 min
In 2019 Grant Cardone came through for another interview with VladTV, and this time around he brought more financial advice, including his five steps to becoming a millionaire. He also chalked up his success to becoming a Scientologist, as he explained that he was struggling with money and self-worth before joining Scientology. Grant also revealed that his aiming to own $2 billion in real estate in 2020. To hear the full interview, hit the above video.
Jun 22, 2024•1 hr 33 min
Tiffany Haddish came through for her first-ever VladTV interview in 2020, and she spoke with Luenell about her childhood, including her perilous journey in foster care. She explained that her experience with foster care makes her have a big heart for kids going through those same things, and Tiffany explained that she wants to adopt a "rainbow tribe" of kids. Tiffany went on to speak about her comedy and acting career, including Kevin Hart helping her out when she was homeless, which led to Tiff...
Jun 21, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Notorious former mafia hit man Sammy “The Bull” Gravano sat down in 2022 for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he started off telling the story of his origins, including his family being from Sicily. After speaking about how his family moved to Brooklyn, Sammy detailed how he got involved with the mob, which led to stories about how he made his way within the organization as a hitman. After working for the Colombo family, Sammy spoke about joining the Gambino family and becoming a made man....
Jun 20, 2024•2 hr 20 min
Vanilla Ice recently took VladTV on a tour of his impressive collection of vehicles, memorabilia, and outfits in an exclusive interview. The tour featured Ice showcasing his ultraluxurious Brabus Shadow boat, known for its speed and high-end specifications, and a collection of nostalgic memorabilia, including a street sign from his “A1A Beachfront Avenue” days. The tour also included a striking 1941 Ford tractor, meticulously restored and now boasting a Flathead V8 engine capable of 60 mph—an im...
Jun 19, 2024•34 min
In a new VladTV exclusive, Vico and Dan, the masterminds behind Patina Collective, shared insights about their extraordinary $100 million Mercedes collection—reportedly the largest in the world. The collection includes over 330 cars, most from the opulent 1980s and 1990s, an era dominated by affluent owners like drug lords, cartel bosses, and stockbrokers. The two collectors, hailing from separate personal collections in Canada and the United States, embarked on their ambitious journey in 2021, ...
Jun 19, 2024•56 min
Former President of the Hells Angels' Las Vegas charter, Charles "PeeWee" Goldsmith, joined VladTV for an exclusive interview on his life. PeeWee spoke about his upbringing in Milwaukee, which included abuse from his stepfather, military school, and becoming a wrestling state champion in high school. He detailed his path to joining biker gangs, starting from committing thefts as a greaser, becoming president of the Sinners motorcycle club, and finally joining the Hells Angels. He broke down the ...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 56 min
Wack100 sat down with VladTV in January for the first time and spoke about his childhood experiences during the height of the crack epidemic. He described a typical 1980s household affected by drug use, calling his father a crack addict from an early age. Wack100 recounted the devastating impact of the crack cocaine crisis, noting how government-funded money was funneled into the local drug trade rather than invested in community resources. Throughout the rest of the interview, Wack100 detailed ...
Jun 17, 2024•2 hr 55 min
In Freeway Ricky Ross' first sit-down with VladTV, the former drug kingpin opened up about his life story. During the 2015 interview, he explained the circumstances that led him to join the drug business. Freeway Ricky talked about his introduction to crack and some of the early errors he made as a drug dealer. He also revealed how much he profited off of his drug enterprise before breaking down how crack was stigmatized to prosecute young Black men. Later in the interview, Freeway Ricky detaile...
Jun 16, 2024•1 hr 24 min
In this 2020 flashback, Boosie goes into why he was angry on Father's Day after having issues with his baby moms.
Jun 16, 2024•4 min
In this 2020 interview, Rubi Rose sat down with VladTV as the newest signee to LA Reid's Hitco. The music artist detailed her rise in the music industry, as well as her dating history. She opened up about her past relationship with Playboi Carti, which included some turbulent moments. She also revealed that she dated Travis Scott and 21 Savage. Rubi Rose responded to speculation about her alleged gang ties and offered her thoughts on the status of females in rap. To hear more, check out the full...
Jun 15, 2024•49 min
In this 2023 interview, Vlad sits down with Vanilla Ice, the first rapper to top the Billboard charts and sell the fastest-selling hip-hop album at the time, which remains one of the biggest to date. Ice played a significant role in popularizing hip hop worldwide & unintentionally helped fund Death Row Records, propelling the success of artists like Snoop Dogg. After his hip-hop career, Ice transitioned into real estate, where he continues to strive financially. Ice penned his top hit, “Ice ...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 31 min
Vanilla Ice sat down with DJ Vlad again to continue their discussion on Vanilla Ice's life and career. The rapper explained the circumstances surrounding his birth, revealing why he never knew his biological father and his mother getting married seven times. He also broke down his entry into Hip-Hop and the origins of the "Ice Ice Baby" chant. Despite dropping out of school at 16 to pursue financial opportunities in rap and motocross, he still had run-ins with the law and was involved in violent...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 30 min
In this 2022 interview, Terrance “Gangsta” Williams sat down for his first-ever VladTV interview where he spoke about his brother, Cash Money co-founder Birdman, and their rise to running one of the most legendary labels in the game. Throughout the interview, Terrance spoke about being raised with Birdman, who was in foster care after his mother died, and his father bringing him home. After revealing that his father had 25 kids, Terrance spoke about hustling in the streets, being shot, and his o...
Jun 13, 2024•2 hr 14 min
In this VladTV exclusive, real estate mogul Grant Cardone offered a tour of his $40 million home. Located in Malibu, California, the beachfront home was purchased from a Russian oligarch. The 10,000-square-foot property features seven bedrooms and six bathrooms. During the tour, Cardone revealed that he put $1 million worth of renovations into the home and spends $400,000 per year on property taxes. Despite the costs, the property is breathtaking -- so much so that even DJ Vlad offers to buy the...
Jun 11, 2024•24 min
Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll sat down for his first in-person interview with VladTV since being released after 27 years in prison. Known for becoming a stock investing expert in prison, Carroll detailed his life journey. He described moving from Washington, DC, to Oakland, where his life consisted of a drug-addicted family, crime, and illiteracy. He talked about his criminal activity, which included robberies and shootouts. However, at 17, one of his robberies resulted in someone getting killed....
Jun 10, 2024•2 hr 44 min
Amber Rose sat down with DJ Vlad in 2014 and discussed her life story up until that point. She described having an Italian upbringing while growing up in South Philly. She recalled getting into fistfights and witnessing violence before explaining her decision to avoid all drugs after seeing family and friends become addicted to various substances. Later in the interview, Amber Rose broke down her origins as a video vixen and how her profile increased once she cut her hair. She opened up about he...
Jun 09, 2024•40 min
Aries Spears and DJ Vlad joined forces for the first episode of "The Black Russian Podcast." After explaining that the new podcast was the result of numerous requests from viewers, the duo addressed the leaked footage of Diddy and Cassie. They compared the fallout to the incident between Chris Brown and Rihanna and pondered if Diddy could repair his image like other celebrities who have been involved in scandals. After discussing the rap feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, Aries and Vlad had ...
Jun 08, 2024•1 hr 43 min
Wack100 returned for another VladTV exclusive to discuss a variety of topics. The music manager and media personality talked about the rap feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, as well as the allegations Drake faced as a result. Wack also offered his thoughts on the beef between Chris Brown and Quavo before providing an update on Blueface's legal matters. After addressing Chrisean Rock, he talked about more legal matters in relation to Megan Thee Stallion, Tory Lanez, and Diddy. Later in the in...
Jun 07, 2024•2 hr 27 min
Bill Bellamy joined VladTV for an exclusive sit-down about his life and career. The comedian described growing up in Newark, New Jersey, and avoiding the potential pitfalls in his neighborhood. While attending Rutgers University to pursue a career in finance, Bellamy discovered his passion for entertaining and decided to become a stand-up comic. He talked about catching his big break on Def Comedy Jam and how that led him to become a VJ on MTV. While talking about his job at MTV, the actor detai...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 44 min
Yung Joc returned for another sit-down with Shawn Prez. First, the rapper and radio host talked about the ongoing rap battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. While some have found themselves engaged in the feud, Joc gave a different opinion and admitted that he grew tired of the beef very quick. Though he expressed his respect for both artists, he criticized the battle for escalating into gossip and personal attacks. The former Bad Boy artist also reacted to updates on Diddy's legal issues, inc...
Jun 06, 2024•2 hr 32 min
NBA champion Nick Young returned to VladTV to discuss various NBA topics. Swaggy P offered his thoughts on LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant all experiencing early endings to the NBA season. The former Laker and Warrior suggested that all three superstars should join forces to extend their championship window. Nick Young also offered his thoughts on the Lakers bringing back D'Angelo Russell after his controversial first stint with the team, as well as Iggy Azalea since their breakup. H...
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 57 min
New York drill rapper Sheff G recently went viral for sharing the stage with presidential candidate Donald Trump. Appearing at Trump's Bronx rally alongside fellow drill rapper Sleepy Hallow, Sheff G was invited on stage by the former United States president to address the 30,000 people in attendance. Sheff G publicly endorsed Trump and briefly stated, "One thing I want to say, they're always going to whisper your accomplishments and shout your failures. Trump's gonna shout the wins for all of u...
Jun 05, 2024•52 min
Tray Deee returned to VladTV for the first time in four years. The West Coast veteran started by reflecting on his most recent album, "Malice," before giving his take on the rap feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. After explaining why Kendrick had the upper hand on Drake, he and Vlad also noted the changing landscape of rap battles. Tray Deee also discussed the circumstances behind incarcerations prior to offering his thoughts on the legal issues that Diddy and Keefe D face. The rapper spoke ...
Jun 03, 2024•2 hr 11 min
In this VladTV interview from 2022, the recently deceased Brother Marquis detailed his role in one of the most important Hip-Hop groups ever -- 2 Live Crew. The group's lead vocalist talked about being born in Rochester, New York, before moving to Alabama. Marquis later moved to Los Angeles and began releasing records as a solo artist. During the discussion, Marquis explained how 2 Live Crew was formed. Marquis also gave his thoughts on the group's subject matter and how they became headline new...
Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 16 min
In 2020 Mike Tyson sat down for his first-ever VladTV interview ahead of his exhibition fight with Roy Jones earlier that year, and Mike started from the beginning of his story growing up in Brooklyn. From there, he shared highlights of his storied career, including his friendship with 2Pac and feeling guilty for pressuring 2Pac to come to Las Vegas. Mike also opened up to Zab Judah about Don King, and they both thanked the infamous promoter for never pressing charges on them. Moving along, Tyso...
Jun 02, 2024•1 hr 33 min
FBG Butta returned to VladTV to discuss the topics addressed in his previous interview further. The Chicago artist reacted to Chief Keef returning to Chicago for a performance and revealed they had an altercation prior to the "Don't Like" rapper's fame. Butta spoke about the impact of Chicago's violence and VladTV's interview with Trenches News. FBG Butta also responded to chatter about his reputation being tarnished due to his involvement in the O-Block 6 trial. He provided an update on the sta...
Jun 01, 2024•1 hr 49 min
In this interview from 2016, Dr. Umar Johnson gets into a deep conversation with DJ Vlad to share his thoughts on the gay community, black men being criminalized in America, why he feels Martin Luther King Jr. would probably criticize Obama today, and his plans to start a residential academy 100% comprised of black students.
May 31, 2024•1 hr 28 min
